Kenneth A. Drake

Kenneth K. Drake serves as a key procurement lead within the FA3016 502 Cons Cl under the Department of the Air Force, overseeing the acquisition of mission-critical facility, medical, and maintenance services essential to Air Force installation readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts aligned with sustaining operational infrastructure, including the procurement of specialized equipment, janitorial services, and institutional furnishings. His work directly supports the agency’s strategic priorities in modernizing medical and communications systems while ensuring safe, functional environments for personnel and equipment. Drake’s acquisitions are primarily service-oriented, with a strong emphasis on compliance with federal contracting regulations and performance-based outcomes. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including PERRY MANAGEMENT CORP OF SOUTH DAKOTA, L.L.C, WILLIAM T BROOKS & ASSOCIATES INC, CITADEL FEDERAL SOLUTIONS LLC, NEXLEGACY LLC, and AJ COMMERCIAL SERVICES, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established small business vendors with proven capabilities in facility operations, medical support, and specialized maintenance. Drake’s contracting patterns indicate a reliance on vendors with deep domain expertise in installation sustainment, often engaging them through competitive sealed bidding and task order mechanisms under indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Drake demonstrates a robust commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 74.8% of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He regularly prioritizes service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned small businesses, reflecting a deliberate strategy to foster equitable access and enhance vendor diversity. His contracting patterns align closely with Department of Defense mandates to maximize small business participation across mission-critical categories. His primary NAICS focus includes 339920 (sporting and athletic goods manufacturing), 339999 (miscellaneous manufacturing), and 337127 (institutional furniture), alongside 561720 (janitorial services) and 339114 (dental equipment). This reflects a unique blend of procurement domains—spanning facility infrastructure, medical support systems, and institutional equipment—requiring technical acumen in both manufacturing and service delivery environments.